2021 Newport Marathon course was 276m (0.171 miles) too long, organizers Run 4 Wales apologized.

Newport Marathon has admitted and apologized for its course being too long by 276m (0.171 miles). The official course measurers confirmed the error, and the organizers, Run 4 Wales, apologized "unreservedly" to the impacted runners. The course measurement issue was taken seriously, and discussions were held with the London Marathon organizers to amend times for those applying for a 'Good For Age' entry.

May 08, 2024
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